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Southview Elementary
Elementary School · WACONIA PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
225 W 4TH ST, Waconia, MN 55387
Enrollment
538
Student-Teacher
15.4:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
538
Student-Teacher
15.4:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Minnesota schools
#1,483 of 1,992
In Waconia
#6 of 7
public schools
In district
#6 of 7
WACONIA PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
Academic performance
8.4 / 10
Excellent
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Southview Elementary
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About Southview Elementary
Southview Elementary is a public elementary school in Waconia, MN, part of WACONIA PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. Southview Elementary serves approximately 538 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 15.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Southview Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,483 of 1,992 schools in MN.
Structured state assessment records for Southview Elementary show 81% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.3 · Average
- District avg 6.8
- MN avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Southview Elementary — Students at Southview Elementary score 64% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 60%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
16%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from MN state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.1/10.
How Southview Elementary Compares
See how Southview Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
225 W 4TH ST, Waconia, MN 55387
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Southview Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. COLOGNE ACADEMY (rated 8.8/10, 5.7 miles away, in nearby Cologne), which scores notably higher. Another option is Laketown Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BAYVIEW ELEMENTARY (rated 7.4/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Waconia, see our Waconia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 9.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST JOSEPH CATHOLIC SCHOOL Waconia | 0.4 mi | 7.0 |
| BAYVIEW ELEMENTARY Waconia | 0.5 mi | 7.4 |
| EARLY CHILDHOOD SPECIAL EDUCATION Waconia | 0.5 mi | 4.2 |
| TRANSITIONS 110 Waconia | 0.5 mi | — |
| TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Waconia | 0.7 mi | 6.0 |
| Waconia Middle School Waconia | 1.2 mi | 7.0 |
| Laketown Elementary Waconia | 1.3 mi | 7.6 |
| Waconia High School Waconia | 1.6 mi | 6.2 |
| Waconia Learning Center Waconia | 1.9 mi | 5.8 |
| COLOGNE ACADEMY Cologne | 5.7 mi | 8.8 |
| Cologne Academy Online Cologne | 5.7 mi | — |
| MAYER LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL Mayer | 5.6 mi | 6.4 |
| ZION LUTHERAN SCHOOL Mayer | 5.7 mi | 4.2 |
| ZION LUTHERAN SCHOOL Cologne | 7.7 mi | 5.4 |
| CHRIST COMMUNITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Watertown | 7.9 mi | 4.3 |
| WATERTOWN-MAYER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Watertown | 8.3 mi | 6.3 |
| VICTORIA ELEMENTARY Victoria | 6.4 mi | 7.4 |
| Watertown-Mayer Cmty Learning Cntr Watertown | 8.9 mi | — |
| ST JOHN S LUTHERAN SCHOOL Young America | 7.6 mi | 5.9 |
| WATERTOWN-MAYER MIDDLE Watertown | 9.4 mi | 5.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 55387 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$109,279
Median Home Value
$418,600
Median Rent
$1,306/mo
Population
14,697
College Educated
49.2%
Homeownership
82.6%
Avg Commute
24.8 min
Poverty Rate
4.1%
Median Age
38.5
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|---|---|
| ADAMS MAGNET ELEMENTARY Saint Paul, MN | 5.3 |
| Forest View Elementary Forest Lake, MN | 5.3 |
| JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY Winona, MN | 5.3 |
| PINE HILL ELEMENTARY Cottage Grove, MN | 5.3 |
| Rosa Parks Elementary Mankato, MN | 5.3 |
| ST MICHAEL CATHOLIC SCHOOL Saint Michael, MN | 5.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Southview Elementary
What grades does Southview Elementary serve?
Southview Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Southview Elementary?
Southview Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 538 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Southview Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Southview Elementary is 15.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Southview Elementary rank in MN?
Southview Elementary ranks #1,483 of 1,992 schools in MN.
What is Southview Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Southview Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Southview Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Southview Elementary has 81% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Southview Elementary a charter school?
No, Southview Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Southview Elementary a Title I school?
No, Southview Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Southview Elementary?
16.0% of students at Southview Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 538
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 16.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Carver County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 12.5%
- Phone
- (952) 442-0620
Resources & Links
District
WACONIA PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 4,000
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,116
- District Rank
- #6 of 7
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